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Publication date: 12 August 2024

Gangadhara Hiriyanna and Senthil Kumar Jaya Prakash

This study aims to investigate the relationship link between societal and governmental support factors, individuals’ self-efficacy, experience and outcome expectations in framing…

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Purpose

This study aims to investigate the relationship link between societal and governmental support factors, individuals’ self-efficacy, experience and outcome expectations in framing nascent social entrepreneurs' intentions to establish e-government service centres in rural areas by using the integrated model approach of Hockert’s (2017) social entrepreneurial intentions (SEI) theoretical model and social cognitive career theory (SCCT).

Design/methodology/approach

Using a convenient sampling strategy, 615 survey samples were obtained through a questionnaire from e-governance-based social entrepreneurs in Karnataka. The primary data and theorised model are analysed and tested using partial least squares structural equation modelling.

Findings

This research findings indicate that appointing agency support, perceived societal support (PSS), government support, social entrepreneurial self-efficacy (SE-SE), public image, prior experience and outcome expectations substantially predicted SEI to establish an e-government service centre. Hence, prior experience and PSS were insignificant regarding direct influence outcome expectations towards establishing e-governance social ventures.

Originality/value

The present research study initially explored the social entrepreneur's intention to provide e-public services to people in rural and distant areas to fulfil social needs. Furthermore, this research revealed that new antecedents of government support, appointing agency support and public image influence the social entrepreneur's intention to establish e-governance service centres. These research findings evaluate the contribution of the government, appointing agencies, social entrepreneurs and citizens to make a framework for the inclination of e-government service centres to create a social impact in rural and remote areas.

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Digital Policy, Regulation and Governance, vol. 27 no. 2
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 2398-5038

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Publication date: 20 February 2025

Kiruthikasri Lakshmanan and Nagarajan Shanmugavel

This study aims to identify the significant factors that influence the continuation intention (CI) to use a digital wallet in the regions with low technology infrastructure and…

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Purpose

This study aims to identify the significant factors that influence the continuation intention (CI) to use a digital wallet in the regions with low technology infrastructure and among the consumers possessing low levels of digital and financial literacy.

Design/methodology/approach

Data for the study were collected from the rural parts of South India with 295 digital wallet users. Co-variance-based structural equation modelling (SEM) (CB-SEM) using maximum likelihood estimation method and Bayesian SEM (BSEM) approaches were executed to test the influence of independent variables on the dependent variable and to ensure the validation of the proposed hypothetical model.

Findings

The results showed that trust, incentives, technology satisfaction (TS), facilitating condition, performance expectancy, effort expectancy, habit and hedonic motivation significantly influenced the CI to use a digital wallet. In addition, incentives positively impact habit for the CI to use a digital wallet.

Research limitations/implications

The present study is based on the samples from the regions with low technology infrastructure and among the consumers possessing low levels of digital and financial literacy in the rural parts of South India, which limits the generalisation of results.

Practical implications

The results provide impetus to the government, digital wallet marketers and users regarding how the CI to use a digital wallet can be encouraged among the low-adoption regions.

Originality/value

This study remains unique as the assessment of CI to use a digital wallet was conducted in low-adoption regions (rural parts of India) in extending Unified theory of acceptance and use of technology 2 with TS. A comparison of results arrived from CB-SEM with those of the BSEM ensures that the validation of the hypothetical model is found to be another major methodological contribution towards the consumer behaviour literature.

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Asian Journal of Economics and Banking, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 2615-9821

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Publication date: 25 February 2025

Elhassan Gheidan, Mariyana Aida Ab. Kadir and Oluwatobi Gbenga Aluko

The purpose of this study is to compare the properties and performance of ordinary Portland cement-based self-compacting concrete (OPC-SCC) and pozzolanic-based SCC…

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Purpose

The purpose of this study is to compare the properties and performance of ordinary Portland cement-based self-compacting concrete (OPC-SCC) and pozzolanic-based SCC (pozzolanic-SCC) in concrete applications. The research employs a comparative analysis to examine the workability and strength characteristics of these two types of SCC.

Design/methodology/approach

This study involves analyzing and comparing the properties and performance of OPC-SCC and pozzolanic-SCC through a literature review of relevant studies and experiments. The key findings indicate that the use of pozzolanic materials in SCC, such as fly ash, silica fume and metakaolin, can enhance the sustainability and durability of the concrete. The research also reveals that the choice of steel fibers and polypropylene fibers can impact the fire performance and mechanical properties of SCC.

Findings

The findings indicate that the inclusion of supplementary cementitious materials enhances the workability, strength and fire resistance of SCC to a greater extent compared to the addition of steel and polypropylene fibers.

Practical implications

The practical implications of this research are significant for selecting and utilizing SCC in concrete applications.

Originality/value

The originality of this research lies in the comparative analysis of OPC-SCC and pozzolanic-SCC, considering their properties, performance and practical implications. The study extends the existing knowledge on the use of SCC and provides insights into best practices for its application. The research contributes to the field of concrete technology and sustainable construction by highlighting the benefits and limitations of different types of SCC and their potential impact on concrete performance.

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Journal of Structural Fire Engineering, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 2040-2317

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Publication date: 5 September 2023

Farish Armani Hamidon, Faridah Lisa Supian, Mazlina Mat Darus, Yeong Yi Wong and Nur Farah Nadia Abd Karim

The host–guest molecules are often used in various fields and applications. This paper aims to discuss the role of host–guest complexes in the textile industry, focusing on…

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Purpose

The host–guest molecules are often used in various fields and applications. This paper aims to discuss the role of host–guest complexes in the textile industry, focusing on calixarenes as a potential adsorbent for hazardous dyes. The paper begins with an introduction to nanotechnology and its many uses, including textiles.

Design/methodology/approach

The risks associated with the utilisation of dyes and its adverse effects on the environment are then also highlighted. This paper also discusses the structure and characteristics of calixarenes and their potential use as an adsorbent to extract toxic metals from aqueous solutions. The paper also explains the molecular structure of calixarenes, especially the ability of its upper and lower rims, which can be altered to yield derivatives with various selectivities for diverse guest ions and small molecules. In addition, the application of various host–guest molecules in the textiles industry to extract dyes also had been discussed.

Findings

In conclusion, the paper highlights the essential in establishing a systematic review on the significance of selective adsorbents, such as calixarenes, to isolate particular targets from diverse matrices in the textile industry.

Research limitations/implications

Only discussing several applications for several host–guest molecules.

Originality/value

The paper concisely describes various host–guest molecule applications in the textile industry, with each molecule being elaborated upon in detail.

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Research Journal of Textile and Apparel, vol. 29 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1560-6074

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Publication date: 4 December 2024

Nilesh C. Ghuge and Dattatray D. Palande

This study evaluates the impact of cutting fluids on energy consumption and tool life in machining, focusing on sustainable practices to reduce environmental impact and improve…

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Purpose

This study evaluates the impact of cutting fluids on energy consumption and tool life in machining, focusing on sustainable practices to reduce environmental impact and improve efficiency. By comparing vegetable-based soyabean oil with mineral-based blasocut oil, the study assesses their effects on power usage and tool life.

Design/methodology/approach

This study introduces a novel approach by applying both response surface methodology (RSM) and artificial neural network (ANN) models to validate the performance of vegetable-based cutting fluids, specifically soyabean oil, in machining operations.

Findings

Results indicate that soyabean oil reduces energy use by 9% and extends tool life by 29% compared to blasocut oil, with strong alignment between model predictions and actual results.

Research limitations/implications

The findings, though specific to certain fluids and conditions, suggest that soyabean oil offers a viable eco-friendly alternative for machining processes.

Practical implications

Adoption of such fluids could lower greenhouse gas emissions, reduce dependency on mineral oils and benefit farmers by creating additional demand for vegetable oils.

Originality/value

This dual-model validation of cutting fluid performance marks an innovative contribution to sustainable machining, supporting the adoption of greener, resource-efficient manufacturing practices. This study underscores the potential of vegetable-based cutting fluids to enhance sustainability in manufacturing.

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Frontiers in Engineering and Built Environment, vol. 5 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 2634-2499

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